The Cope Family! | Family Lifestyle Photography Session

October 30, 2017 Ginny Thomas

The wonderful Cope family joined me for a beautiful fall afternoon at the Bishop's Garden for a fall family photo session! Such great smiles and lovely afternoon glow!

Ginny is a branding, family, newborn photographer in the Maryland/DC area.
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Loved these moments with this sweet family! Lots of smiles, giggles (and grateful for 70 and 80 degree weather in early November!!)
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